ROCHESTER — The holiday spirits were certainly rejuvenated for the 37th annual Christmas Keepsake Fair held on Saturday at the Rochester Manor.

According to Resident Family Services Assistant Donna Dynen, the rehabilitative and skilled care center had the community lined up before the fair had even opened.

“The community always comes out,” Dynen said. “They were out here before nine even though we weren't open yet.”

The popular fair drew large crowds despite the fact the building is undergoing construction.

“Everyone came even with all the renovations,” Dynen said.

Linda Gill, of Somersworth, said she supports holiday fairs especially the keepsake fair because it supports an organization in need.

“I enjoy the Christmas fairs,” Gill said. “There's always something different. I'd rather get something from a Christmas fair than a shopping mall. It's not the hustle and bustle and it's for a good cause.”

The money raised from the keepsake fair will go toward the resident activity and outing fund, which gives them trips to locations like Mt. Washington.

Sharon Proux, a Rochester Manor Social Service worker, was selling baked goods including pies, cookies, pumpkin rolls and different types of flavored bread.